Shawarma Bay
Middle eastern · New York
Savor authentic Middle Eastern flavors in the heart of Manhattan
About Shawarma Bay
Nestled at 1290 6th Ave in Manhattan's bustling heart, Shawarma Bay offers a unique culinary journey that seamlessly blends traditional Middle Eastern flavors with contemporary flair. Our restaurant, renowned for its exceptional taste and warm hospitality, boasts a perfect 4.8/5 rating based on over...
Nestled at 1290 6th Ave in Manhattan's bustling heart, Shawarma Bay offers a unique culinary journey that seamlessly blends traditional Middle Eastern flavors with contemporary flair. Our restaurant, renowned for its exceptional taste and warm hospitality, boasts a perfect 4.8/5 rating based on over 1221 reviews. We pride ourselves on providing diverse dining options—from casual grab-and-go to intimate sit-down meals—ensuring there's something for every palate and occasion. Whether you're exploring the vibrant flavors of Shawarma or savoring other Middle Eastern delicacies, our goal is to transport you to a world of authentic taste and cultural richness right here in New York City.
What Customers Say About Shawarma Bay
Shawarma Bay is a highly-rated food truck known for its flavorful and generous halal platters, especially the shawarma and Chapli Kebab combos. Customers consistently praise the fresh ingredients, delicious sauces, reasonable prices, and friendly service, often comparing it favorably to other popular options like Adel's.
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Tip: Bring cash for the best price, and be prepared for generous portions. If there's a long line at Adel's, Shawarma Bay is a great alternative with shorter wait times.
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Shawarma Bay is located in New York, surrounded by cultural and historical points of interest. Here are some of the most notable places nearby.
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- Central IND Substation (A 211m) — historic building in Manhattan, New York, United States Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
- Rockefeller Center (A 242m) — conjunto de edificios de Nueva York, Estados Unidos Hito histórico nacional
- iglesia de Santo Tomás (A 284m) — iglesia en la ciudad de Nueva York Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
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- Museo de Arte Moderno de Nueva York (A 174m) — museo de arte en Nueva York, Estados Unidos
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- Channel Gardens (A 288m) — gardens in New York City, New York, U.S.A.
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- Studio 8H (A 202m) — prominent television studio in NBC Studios, Manhattan, New York City
- Rockefeller Apartments (A 280m) — building in Manhattan, New York
- Atlas (estatua) (A 283m) — Art Deco statue of Atlas at the Rockefeller Center, New York City, U.S.A.
- 1 Rockefeller Plaza (A 311m) — building in Manhattan, New York
- 125 West 55th Street (A 317m) — office building in New York City
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Shawarma Bay New York Reviews
I ordered the Beef Chapli Kebab and Chicken Chapli Kebab, 2 Way Combo Platter, with the White Sauce and Kicker Sauce. The meats were great and had a nice herb flavor, but what really stood out to me was the rice. Oftentimes with a meal, rice is just filler, but their rice was so flavorful! It was so aromatic, full of spices, and not too mushy or too dry. The quality of everything was very good, the portion size is large, and the price is very reasonable.
I had a wonderful experience at Shawarma Bay. I tried the Two-Way Combo Salad (Chicken & Beef) and the Two-Way Combo (Chapli Kabab & Fish), and both were exceptionally delicious. The flavors were well-balanced and clearly made with quality ingredients. I highly recommend the Chapli Kabab and Fish combo—it truly stood out and was outstanding in taste. The hospitality was equally impressive; when the staff learned that I am from Pakistan, they kindly offered a complimentary soda, which was a thoughtful gesture. Overall, great food, excellent service, and warm, welcoming people. Thank you, Shawarma Bay, for a fantastic dining experience.
Shawarma Bay is a true standout in Manhattan. I mostly order their Beef Chapli Kabab platter. The kababs are incredibly juicy, perfectly spiced with that authentic crispy edge, and packed with genuine Peshawari flavor. Served with fragrant rice, fresh salad, and flavorful sauces that complete the meal beautifully. Generous portion, outstanding quality, and very friendly staff. Easily the best Chapli Kabab I’ve had in NYC. Highly recommend.
Had their 2 way combo platter, 2 days back to back during my visit to NYC! It was absolutely delicious! A lot of people will talk about the meat (which were great) but for me, the rice was the stand out - perfectly spiced which complimented the meats very well. Service was really friendly and quick as well. Waited no more that 10/15mins during both times. No long queues, but as good, if not better than others.
I stopped at Schwarma Bay on 6th Street and was blown away. We ordered the chicken shawarma and the falafel, and both were exceptional. The portions were generous, everything tasted incredibly fresh, and you can tell they put real care into their food. The workers were also super friendly. The chicken was perfectly seasoned and tender, and the falafel had that ideal crispy-outside, soft-inside texture. Definitely one of the best food trucks around, a must go if you are in the area!!
Very tasty food with a good portion size. Very much worth the money. I would say though that Adel's is ever so slightly better in taste. Had to wait a little longer than expected, but they made amends by adding extra chicken on top of the beef and a coke on the house. Would definitely go back when in NYC next.
Shawarma Bay is 10/10! It’s consistently excellent. The beef and chicken chapli platter is a go-to and what they usually recommend, but we actually like the shawarma even more. Staff are very nice, and prices are reasonable. The line at some of the other carts nearby are way too long, definitely stop by here instead. All Halal of course.
Shawarma chicken platter was perfect for late night munchies. The chicken, the rice, the fries, the salad, all topped with the white, red, and green sauces and finished with some kind of red pepper powder = glorious flavor and texture. Plus it came in generous portions. I need to come again and try more items.
The line was shorter than Adel’s which is about a block away, so if you’re in the mood for good food but don’t want to wait so long, come here. The chapli kebabs are unique with an afghani taste. What I loved the most was the taste of the sauces combined; it’s really inexplicable, but if I had to describe it, it was savory, spicy, a hint of sweet, and just hits all your tastebuds. About $14-15 for a combo platter, so it’s pretty good. They open ~7:30pm. If you’re not there early, you can expect maybe a 30min wait.
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1290 6th Ave, Manhattan, NY 10104
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